Bandana - types and fashion trends

Many have heard and know what a bandana is. We decided to once again tell about this accessory, which does not lose its relevance, expanding the boundaries of application.

A bandana is a rectangular or square piece of fabric worn over the head or neck.

It is known that the bandana first appeared among Spanish herders and American cowboys as a scarf around the neck. This made it possible, if possible, to put it on the face as a mask to protect against dust raised by livestock when driving.

There is another version of the origin of the bandana, according to which this headdress first appeared among Dutch and English peasants long before the Spaniards and Americans.

The origin of the word "bandana" is also attributed to different roots - from the German "band" - tape, or from the Indian bandhana - to tie.

The bandana was also present in other cultures in the form of a headdress, with traditional national patterns and designs.

In modern fashion, bandanas have appeared thanks to various subcultures using it as a style addition, accessory - hippies, bikers, rockers. It also became popular as part of sports equipment.

It is customary for everyone to wear a bandana on their head, as a headdress.

The bandana wins the hearts of fashionistas as a multifunctional accessory - it can be worn around the neck, as a headband or an original belt, woven into a hairdo, worn as a bandage on an arm, leg, on a bag, combined with unusual things.

Modern designers have made an excellent accessory from an ordinary bandana, it also remains a headdress... The versatility of this thing is simply amazing.

Traditionally, a bandana is a rectangular or square piece of fabric with a bold ornament, pattern, print or symbolism.

Bandanas are distinguished for men, women, children.

Children's bandanas are a great option to keep from the hot summer sun. Such models are small in size, bright colors for girls or with drawings of favorite cartoon heroes for boys.

Men's bandanas are distinguished by the restraint of the palette and the "brutal" pattern or drawing, symbolism, or monochrome. Bandanas in the style of punk, rock, hip-hop, R'n'B pirate and cowboy style are very popular.

Women's bandanas are presented in various options for models and for different occasions... The use of women's bandanas is just what distinguishes the versatility as an accessory.

From a bandana, you can make a swimsuit - bandanini, worn as a scarf. There are also a lot of ways how to wear and tie a bandana on your head.

If it has always been considered that a bandana is a summer accessory or a headdress, then stylists can offer an option for the winter and off-season. Such models can be both in the classic form, and with a visor, covering the ears.

Sports bandanas have long been part of the outfit in many sports - skiing, snowboarding, mountaineering, etc. Reflective bandanas and bandanas with famous sports logos, transforming bandanas appeared in a sports style.

The transforming bandana has received instant recognition all over the world due to its functionality, lightness and convenience. Bandanas made using seamless technology became a real discovery.

Such a model is made of microfiber, synthetic threads with elastane, and in winter versions, woolen or other warming and temperature-controlled threads are used. This transformer looks like a pipe, you can put it on your head, on your face and cover your neck.

Due to its lightness and seamlessness, such a bandana is very compact. Also, the transofrmer bandana can be supplemented with a visor.

Summer bandanas are made from cotton, linen, silk, blended lightweight and breathable fabrics.

Winter options can be knitted, knitted, multi-layer with insulation, fleece.

Sports bandanas are made of polyester, microfiber, modern sports fabrics with elastane and nylon. The characteristics of these materials allow you to train in a bandana in any weather.

Bandanas made of leather and suede can be distinguished as a separate line.

In terms of color variety, bandanas are simply full of options. Starting from monochrome, bright, dark and light colors, ending with models with original variegated patterns, ethnic motifs, patterns, logos, contrasting patterns and a variety of prints.

There are also style color preferences - rocker or pirate bandanas are presented in black, red, dark blue, yellow and green, black and white and red and black combinations, etc.

Style symbolism also acts as a characteristic feature of such bandanas. By the way, the bandana can be decorated with pirate skulls, rocker attributes, musical symbols and even a slogan, the logos of famous brands.

Fans of outdoor activities will love camouflage bandanas.

Women's bandanas are full of floral and animalistic patterns, ethnic motifs, geometric and abstract patterns: imitation of animal color, floral motifs, wood patterns, paisley and ornaments.

A sports bandana can be dark, light or bright colors, with logos, symbols, contrasting combinations, abstract and geometric patterns. Basically, sports bandanas are sewn as part of the entire outfit of an athlete and can match in tone or repeat its color completely.

• One of the most famous bandana brands in the world is Buff. The brand is known for Original Buff S.A. received thanks to the invention of just a seamless transformer in 1992.Since then, this brand has about 20 varieties of such bandana models. They are intended not only for sports - motorcycle racing, cycling, mountaineering, skiing, snowboarding, but also for outdoor activities - fishing, hunting, etc.

The Buff bandana can be worn in your everyday life as well. This model perfectly protects against precipitation, dust, wind, dirt. There is an all-season line of Buff Bandanas, summer and winter options.

The bandanas of this brand are made on special equipment in Spain using a special technology of weaving threads completely without seams and edges. Outwardly, the BUFF bandanas are like a tube, light and comfortable, with a level of protection from the sun or cold, taking into account the seasonality and climate.

Buff bandanas are available in three sizes - for adults, for children 4-16 years old, and for children up to 4 years old. One Buff transforming bandana has at least twelve different ways to wear it.

The Buff branded bandanas are priced higher than other brands. At the same time, you will receive excellent quality, comfort, lightness and protection from any vagaries of the weather.

• Another well-known brand with bandanas in its line of products is the Norwegian company SWIX, founded in 1946. This company specializes in the production of sports equipment and equipment mainly for winter sports. Universal transformer bandanas are no exception. This brand uses polyester, sports fabrics as the material for the bandanas. There are also variations for certain sports in form, material.

• The most famous world sports brands also did not stay away from the "bandana" boom. NIKE is a prime example. In its collections of sportswear and sportswear, this brand also actively uses bandanas. Bandanas are produced for summer, winter and all-season in the form of transformers.

For modern fashionistas and fashionistas, there is no limit to the imagination of how to wear a bandana. Lovely ladies use a bandana as a headdress as a scarf, or in the classical way of bandaging a bandana, in the form of a turban, turban, belt, headband, hair ornaments, as a neckband, a beach accessory.

Women's bandanas can be decorated with bows, flowers, beads, sequins. There are also a huge number of ways to dress bandanas, as well as the choice of what material it is sewn from.

Can be tied in a knot outward or inward, hiding or loosening the ends, in the form of a bow, scarf, shawl, scarf, collar, etc.

Various subcultures actively use bandanas as a headdress, a bandage on the forehead, on the neck, on the hand and wrist, under a baseball cap as a comforter, etc. For such subcultures, the bandana is an integral part of the image. Bikers are a prime example of this.

The bandana also remains an element of the national style for the South American peoples, the cowboys of North America.

There are many options for wearing transforming bandanas: a hat, a hood, an ear band, a balaclava, a comforter, a neck band or a scarf, on the face.

As for the daily wearing of a bandana, it should be borne in mind that the bandana will be an excellent addition to your image and is able to bring originality and flavor. Whether it's romantic, rock, nautical or sporty.

Every lover of this item will be able to find an option in color, size and way of wearing.

The original linen bandana used as a headdress will add romance to the summer look.Flax, due to its naturalness and hygiene, will allow the skin and hair to breathe, protect from overheating and the sun. Calm green color will give a summer mood and easily match most "summer" colors of clothing. A spectacular bow with contrasting dark stitching as a decor will add tenderness and sophistication to the image.

An unusual way to wear the popular Buff bandanas as a headband and decorate your hair at the same time. In this way, you can give the image originality and style. The bandana in black with a contrasting white paisley pattern is always relevant and can be easily combined with any things and style directions. Whether it's a youthful punk look with a leather jacket, or a casual outfit with shorts and a tank top, this bandana goes everywhere.

An equally interesting version of a bandana headband in the form of a rim will suit both youth style and retro style. Bright red, with a flirty knot and protruding ends - this bandana will not go unnoticed. Hair can be styled both loose and gathered in a bun. A bright accessory implies a somewhat muted color combination in clothes and laconicism. In this case, a neutral T-shirt, a simple shirt and denim shorts, or striped shorts are perfect for the look. Along with the bandana, there is an emphasis on the lips in the makeup, the color of which is the same. In general, it can turn out to be an excellent option for relaxation, walking, shopping in the form of a "daring girl".

The classic way of tying bandanas in combination with long hair will make a worthy duet for romantic, ethno, hippie styles in a summer wardrobe. In the bandana, geometric or ethnic motives are visible, with a harmonious color composition. This bandana can be worn with a dress, maxi skirt. Large earrings, numerous bracelets in ethnic style made of metal, wood, plastic in natural natural colors will complement the image.

The Buff sports bandana can also be worn in a variety of ways. Motorcyclists and cyclists use it as a comforter. Other athletes wear it as a headband. Someone uses it as a face mask for dust, dirt, precipitation. Such transformers are produced with bright shades or patterns, sports logos, they can match in color with the main outfit of the athlete as part of the outfit.

The options for wearing a children's bandana are also original, coupled with protection from the sun and overheating. A bright bandana with drawings of cartoon characters or the image of a favorite toy, fairy-tale character, favorite delicacy will become a stylish element of the baby's image. Children's bandanas are made of natural fabrics, hygienic and thermoregulated, which makes them comfortable to wear for a child.